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Who Is Cupra? And Why Should You Care?

Who Is Cupra? And Why Should You Care?

In March 2024, news broke that a new car brand was planning to enter the US market. Cupra, a high-performance marque originating in Spain and rapidly spreading across Europe and Mexico, now has its sights set on North America with hopes of being ready for launch by 2030. It’s now been nearly a year since […]

by Michael Stridsberg | February 7, 2025January 29, 2025
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The Evolution of Motorsports Safety

The Evolution of Motorsports Safety

As someone who’s worked in auto racing for 14 years and been a fan my whole life, I’ve witnessed and experienced more disasters and near-disasters than I care to talk about. However, I’ve also witnessed great strides in motorsports safety, from local short tracks to the highest levels of stock car and open-wheel competition. Although […]

by Michael Stridsberg | January 25, 2025January 17, 2025
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Why the 2025 Toyota GR86 Hakone Edition Is a Big Deal

Why the 2025 Toyota GR86 Hakone Edition Is a Big Deal

A few months ago, longtime Toyota 86/GR86 enthusiasts got the news they hoped for: The Hakone Edition, which had previously been seen on the 2020 Toyota 86—the final year of the first generation—was making a return. With the Toyota 86 having since been upgraded to the Toyota GR86 under the Gazoo Racing banner, fans were […]

by Michael Stridsberg | November 15, 2024November 22, 2024
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The 2025 Dodge Charger Sixpack: What We Know So Far

The 2025 Dodge Charger Sixpack: What We Know So Far

As someone who grew up during the 1990s, I regretfully missed out on the golden age of the muscle car. The closest I ever got to witnessing an auto segment that was big on performance was during the formative years of the SUV boom; I remember the Ford Excursion and Hummer being the ultimate status […]

by Jerome Reuter | November 8, 2024
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The High-Performance Evolution of the Dodge Charger

The High-Performance Evolution of the Dodge Charger

The reports of the Charger’s demise were greatly exaggerated. While the iconic muscle car did take a brief hiatus from Dodge dealers for 2024, it’s back and better than ever. What a difference a year makes. Dodge has redesigned nearly every aspect of the Charger while folding in some classic features that are sure to […]

by Matt Dodge | August 23, 2024August 20, 2024
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The History of the Honda Prelude

The History of the Honda Prelude

Today, if you think about a sporty compact Honda, you’re probably picturing some variant of the Civic, perhaps an Si or Type R. But back in the day, you could very well have thought of the Honda Prelude, a sporty model that served as Honda’s response to the then-popular Toyota Celica and went on to […]

by Sheila O’Neill | August 5, 2024July 24, 2024
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Can the New Giulia Keep Alfa Romeo Relevant in a Changing Market?

Can the New Giulia Keep Alfa Romeo Relevant in a Changing Market?

Alfa Romeo has always been something of a niche brand in the United States. The Italian automaker sold just under 11,000 units in 2023, earning the company a paltry 0.07 percent market share. Still, if there was one bright spot, it would have to be the Alfa Romeo Giulia. Debuting in 2016, the rear-wheel drive […]

by Matt Dodge | June 7, 2024May 21, 2024
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The 2025 Toyota GRMN Supra Is One for the History Books

The 2025 Toyota GRMN Supra Is One for the History Books

Rumors of a track-focused Toyota Supra have been swirling since 2018 when chief engineer Tetsuya Tada casually floated the possibility in an interview. “I would like to see something like that eventually. We are preparing for it,” said Tada. This short quote set off years of anticipation among the Toyota faithful. This was reinforced in […]

by Matt Dodge | March 5, 2024February 22, 2024
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Going Out With a Mighty Vroom: Chevy Celebrates the Last Camaro

Going Out With a Mighty Vroom: Chevy Celebrates the Last Camaro

The 2024 Chevy Camaro deftly balances tradition with innovation, pulling out all the stops for the alleged final model year. Combining speed, nimbleness, and a trademark snarling exterior, the farewell edition of the Camaro promises to be an exceptional version, indeed. Though Chevy has publicly verified that the 2024 Chevy Camaro will be the last, […]

by Jason Collins | September 23, 2023September 29, 2023
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Traveling Through the Generations of the Ford Mustang

Traveling Through the Generations of the Ford Mustang

The iconic Ford Mustang enters its seventh generation in 2024, 60 years after its initial debut on roadways nationwide. It’s only fitting that we pay homage to its influence in the industry, especially since it ushered in so many fantastic muscle cars that we appreciate to this day. Passing by a Ford dealer near you, […]

by Jennifer Cleaves | August 6, 2023August 7, 2023
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The Best Lexus for a Luxurious Life

The Best Lexus for a Luxurious Life

Are you tired of living a boring life? Do you want something extraordinary to break out of the ordinary? A Lexus dealer near you could have your solution. Lexus is known across the world as the luxury brand in cars, a name synonymous with the finer things in life. If you’re looking for your next […]

by Ryan Whiting | July 11, 2023November 28, 2023
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All the Ways You Can Customize Your 2023 Corvette Stingray

All the Ways You Can Customize Your 2023 Corvette Stingray

The 2023 Chevy Corvette is here, and the new Stingray has everybody talking. There’s nothing like the experience of driving a Corvette. The designers at Chevy have made the cockpit to create a feeling of being wholly enveloped, so you feel like you become one with the vehicle, enhancing that breathtaking sensation at every turn […]

by Julia Austin | May 15, 2023April 25, 2023
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Why the 2023 Camaro ZL1 Is Still One of the Coolest Trims Around

Why the 2023 Camaro ZL1 Is Still One of the Coolest Trims Around

In the economic sports coupe category, we have popular favorites like the Mazda Miata, the Ford Mustang, the Nissan Z, and the Chevy Camaro. Among them, the Camaro still manages to hold its own with a great sense of identity and a penchant for staying fresh through longevity. While yes, it borrows a lot from […]

by William Usher | May 2, 2023April 26, 2023
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What’s So Special About the Nissan Z?

What’s So Special About the Nissan Z?

The 2023 North American Car of the Year award finalists were announced on November 17, 2022, at the Los Angeles Auto Show’s AutoMobility LA showcase. To the surprise of several critics, the 2023 Nissan Z made the final three. But why the surprise? Just one look at the new Nissan Z is enough to see […]

by Jason Collins | December 8, 2022December 12, 2022
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The Pinnacle of Performance: A History of the Mazda Miata

The Pinnacle of Performance: A History of the Mazda Miata

With the SUV continuing its meteoric rise in popularity and the pickup truck becoming more refined and luxurious with each passing model year, the sports car almost seems like a relic of a bygone era. While there are still those that favor them for their style and performance, they’re not as popular as they once […]

by Jerome Reuter | October 26, 2022November 1, 2022
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Sports Car Lover? Don’t Forget About the Remarkable Mazda MX-5 Miata

Sports Car Lover? Don’t Forget About the Remarkable Mazda MX-5 Miata

Are you a sports car enthusiast with an adventurous streak? The list of high-quality, authentic sports coupes on the extinct lists at your local car dealerships is rapidly increasing. Unless you have six figures to spend on an Italian import, you could end up driving a crossover like 99% of your fellow Canadian drivers. Don’t […]

by Evan Riley | September 5, 2022October 10, 2022
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5 Fast Fords for Fans With a Flair for Speed

5 Fast Fords for Fans With a Flair for Speed

The Ford lineup can provide plenty of excitement. From the power of the F-150 to the off-road performance of the Bronco, there’s something for everyone, even the people who want a little bit of everything. Of course, that includes some high-speed sports cars that will put a smile on your face as you blast down […]

by Kaitlin Humes | June 26, 2022June 14, 2022
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A Look at the Chevy Corvette in Pop Culture

A Look at the Chevy Corvette in Pop Culture

Ah, the Chevy Corvette. First introduced in 1953 as a concept car to showcase a number of unique ideas, only 300 models were hand-built in its first year. In the decades that followed, the Corvette has become an iconic and lasting part of the American auto industry—and one of the most popular sports cars ever […]

by Greg Wiesen | May 19, 2022May 23, 2022
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Performance Cars of 2022: Chevy vs Ford

Performance Cars of 2022: Chevy vs Ford

Iconic cars can be found in the halls of history from both Chevy and Ford, especially if you look into performance cars each manufacturer has built over the years. In fact, Chevy and Ford are two of only three manufacturers still producing vehicles dating back to the muscle car era, urging on the continued love […]

by Elaine Snyder | March 22, 2022March 22, 2022
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5 Coolest Nissan Cars Featured In the Fast & Furious Franchise

5 Coolest Nissan Cars Featured In the Fast & Furious Franchise

The Fast & Furious franchise is notorious for featuring some of the sickest, coolest, snazziest looking sports and muscle cars on the market. Unlike some films, they don’t just go for the most expensive supercars money can buy; they sometimes opt for more affordable production cars with some fine aftermarket tuning, a slick coat of […]

by William Usher | January 26, 2022January 31, 2022
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